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listen for activity on the output frequency and transmit on the input frequency. Since the repeater is located very high, there is a very large line of sight. Typical repeater systems provide coverage out to about a
Where To Obtain More Information
By itself, this manual really only provides part of what you need to know to have fun scanning – how to program and use the scanner. The included conventional frequency guide will give you a good head start on the other part of what you need to know – what frequencies have interesting content.
Information On The Internet
The Internet is a great source for current frequencies and information about scanning.
Many web sites have lists of frequencies for your area. You can use a search engine to find and use them.
Make a list of the agencies you want to listen to, then look up the frequencies and systems used by those agencies. Here are a few useful sites:
•http://www.scannermaster.com * - frequency resources and home of Police Call.
You can also call them at 1 800 SCANNER (hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Eastern Time Monday through Friday).
•http://www.radioreference.com * - the Internet's premier source for
•http://www.bearcat1.com - frequency information from National Communications.
Understanding Scanning
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